Vanden Bosch Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Vanden Bosch Foundation is a private foundation in Pella, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $167,885 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $51,885. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$167,885
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$51,885
- Assets$606,741
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $109,453 the year before.
40% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $91,000 | 11 | $312,786 |
| 2024 | $109,453 | 6 | $397,486 |
| 2025 | $167,885 | 10 | $606,741 |
How to apply
Vanden Bosch Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Vanden Bosch Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 9 | $127,885 |
| Michigan | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pella Christian High School | Educational | $51,885 |
| Calvin University | Educational | $40,000 |
| Pella Rec | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Pella Christian Giving Day | Educational | $15,000 |
| Many Hands for Haiti | Religious | $10,000 |
| Crossroads of Pella | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Pella Community Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Well Resource Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Pella Historical Museums | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Schok and Awe | Charitable | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mindi Vanden Bosch
- Franklin Vanden Bosch
Questions people ask
Does Vanden Bosch Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vanden Bosch Foundation give?
$167,885 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Vanden Bosch Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mindi Vanden Bosch (President/Secretary) and Franklin Vanden Bosch (Vice President/Treasurer).
What does Vanden Bosch Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.